Strawberry-Spinach Salad : Fresh, Sweet, and Simple
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 15 minutesminutes
Servings 4people
Calories 250
A delightful and refreshing Strawberry-Spinach Salad that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the earthy flavor of spinach. This simple salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
Ingredients
Salad
6cupsfresh baby spinach
1cupsliced fresh strawberries
1/4cupred onion, thinly sliced
1/4cupcrumbled feta or goat cheese
1/3cupcandied pecans or walnuts
1avocado, sliced(Optional)
Dressing
3tbspolive oil
2tbspbalsamic vinegar
1tsphoney or maple syrup
1tspDijon mustard
Salt and black pepper(to taste)
Instructions
Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Salad: Layer spinach, strawberries, red onion, cheese, nuts, and avocado if using.
Dress & Toss: Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss gently.
Notes
For a vegan option, omit the cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey.